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Newcastle Herald
Newcastle Herald

Toddler killed at sports oval after equipment fell onto him

A toddler was killed in a tragic accident at Old Bar on Sunday afternoon, January 28.

In a statement from Manning-Great Lakes Police District emergency services were called to an accident involving a two-year-old boy at a sports oval on Albatross Way, Old Bar about 2pm.

According to reports a piece of equipment fell onto the young boy.

The child's father called for help and people nearby came to assist with CPR, however, the child died a short time later.

A report is now being prepared for the NSW Coroner.

No further details have been released at this time.

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